Watch: Behind the Behind the Scenes, 8min., Kenya, Mockumentary
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7m 27s
Behind the Behind the Scenes, 8min., Kenya
Directed by James Ongige
Behind the Behind the Scenes is a 2025 mockumentary film written and directed by James Ongige. The film pulls back the curtain on the hilarious disasters of student filmmaking. The story follows The Director, a delusional perfectionist who truly believes his class project will change cinema forever — if only his team would cooperate. Alongside him is The Sound Guy, a sarcastic realist whose patience wears thinner with every “artistic” rant; The Actor, a self-proclaimed genius stuck in his own performance; and The Camera Guy, a chill observer who captures the madness with deadpan humor.
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Director Statement
Behind the Behind the Scenes was born from my own experiences in film school — the late nights, the creative clashes, the unexpected laughter, and the stubborn belief that something unforgettable could emerge from chaos. I wanted to make a film that didn’t just poke fun at filmmaking, but also honored the reckless energy and fierce passion that fuel every young artist. This mockumentary is a love letter to the trials, thrills, and absurdities that shape every filmmaker’s journey.
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